Dobrușa monastery, Moldova, Orthodox monastery in Șoldănești region, Moldova
Dobrușa is an Orthodox monastery located near Șoldănești between forested hills and orchards. The religious complex includes a summer church dedicated to Saint Nicholas, a winter church of Transfiguration, and additional structures within the cemetery grounds.
The monastery was founded in 1772 by a monk from Probota Monastery in Suceava. It gained historical significance when three of Prince Stephen the Great's warriors died at the site.
The monastery houses religious paintings and icons that decorate its churches, forming a visual record of Orthodox faith and practice. These artworks shape how the space feels when you walk through it.
The site is situated in rural surroundings and is best explored during daylight hours. Sturdy footwear is advisable because paths between buildings and through the grounds may be unpaved.
The monastery operated its own printing house that produced religious and practical books for surrounding communities. This facility was part of a larger economic operation that also included mills and an oil press.
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